Melinda Newman, Columbus, OhioMember Since February 2007Artist Statement I have contracts with Disney, ABC and Desperate Housewives. I'm also available through, mindy-newman.artistwebsites.com and Amazon.com

I have been a professional artist, owning by own art supply store, art gallery and studio for over 25 years. I've taught drawing and painting during that time also. My work has exhibited around the world. I reside with my artist and husband, Ron Newman in Columbus, Ohio. I currently teach at Franklin Park Conservatory, Dublin Community Recreation Center and the Upper Arlington Senior Center. I have been a librarian at the Columbus College of Art and Design and an interior designer. My travels usually are in England and Italy. I try to get there every year.